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PLANT POWER

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An affordable and popular root vegetable full of carbohydrates, which help your body stay healthy and alert.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

NUTRITION 

SUSTAINABILITY 

To get the best out of potatoes, boil or steam them, and eat the skin - it's packed with fibre!

Potatoes can grow in harsh climates and poor soil, helping feed communities in areas where other crops struggle to grow.

The little bumps on a potato are called 'eyes'. If you plant a potato with eyes, it can sprout into a whole new plant!

Potatoes originate in South America, where they started growing over 8000 years ago!

NASA has grown potatoes in space to learn how to feed astronauts on long missions.

FASCINATING FACTS! 

One of the world's most popular fruits - full of fibre and antioxidants that help keep your heart healthy and blood sugar steady.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

NUTRITION 

SUSTAINABILITY 

Apples are made up of about 85% water - great for helping to keep you hydrated!

Apples were one of the first fruits grown by humans. Archeologists have found evidence of apple growing from 6500BCE.

The science of growing apples is called Pomology - a branch of botany that studies fruit growing.

Some apple varieties are naturally resistant to pests and diseases, reducing the need for chemical sprays!

There are are over 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide!

FASCINATING FACTS! 

A sweet and delicious fruit, packed full of vitamins and antioxidants that help support your heart and brain health.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

NUTRITION 

SUSTAINABILITY 

Blueberries contain plant compounds called anthocyanins - which give them their deep blue color and help protect your cells.

Blueberries have been eaten by humans for over 13,000 years, but have only been produced commercially for 100 years!

Studies show that eating blueberries may help with memory and focus. - something more fun about brain/blueberries

The largest producer of blueberries today is China, followed by North America.

FASCINATING FACTS! 

 Something about blackberries - maybe nutritional comparison with blueberries?

A sweet and delicious fruit, packed full of vitamins and antioxidants that help support your heart and brain health.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

NUTRITION 

SUSTAINABILITY 

Blueberries contain plant compounds called anthocyanins - which give them their deep blue color and help protect your cells.

Blueberries have been eaten by humans for over 13,000 years, but have only been produced commercially for 100 years!

Studies show that eating blueberries may help with memory and focus. - something more fun about brain/blueberries

The largest producer of blueberries today is China, followed by North America.

FASCINATING FACTS! 

 Something about blackberries - maybe nutritional comparison with blueberries?

A sweet and delicious fruit, packed full of vitamins and antioxidants that help support your heart and brain health.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

NUTRITION 

SUSTAINABILITY 

Blueberries contain plant compounds called anthocyanins - which give them their deep blue color and help protect your cells.

Blueberries have been eaten by humans for over 13,000 years, but have only been produced commercially for 100 years!

Studies show that eating blueberries may help with memory and focus. - something more fun about brain/blueberries

The largest producer of blueberries today is China, followed by North America.

FASCINATING FACTS! 

 Something about blackberries - maybe nutritional comparison with blueberries?

An affordable and popular root vegetable full of carbohydrates, which help your body stay healthy and alert.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Nuts emit only about 0.26 kg CO₂-equivalent per 100g of protein, compared to 49.89 kg for beef and 20 kg for lamb. This makes them one of the most climate-friendly protein sources.

Peanuts are not actually nuts! They belong to the legume family, eg. beans and lentils. A true botanical nut is a dry fruit with a single seed encased in a hard, non-splitting wall. 

The first evidence of the existence of wild almonds dates back to 780,000 BCE!

Macadamia nuts can’t be picked - they fall to the ground when ripe and have one of the hardest shells in nature!

Walnuts and sunflower seeds rank highest across environmental, nutritional, and social sustainability criteria

FASCINATING FACTS! 

Chestnuts contain vitamin C - which is rare for nuts, making them nutritionally unique.

Chestnuts are a great source of potassium, as well as minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and zinc. They also contain B vitamins and are low in fat. Most notably, however, they are exceptionally rich in vitamin C – with a 30g serving providing 20% of our recommended daily intake!

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11625-022-01146-7

https://www.naturesfield.net/concious-eating/2018/6/11/15-interesting-facts-about-nuts

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3mBZYRd2GpGfrxJ5fwbqtfj/nine-bite-size-facts-about-chestnuts

https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/public-health-nutrition/article/mediterranean-nuts-origins-ancient-medicinal-benefits-and-symbolism/8CF105F6FD84DBFA2AF96DED889B227A

1. To get the best out of potatoes, boil or steam rather than fry them, and make sure to eat the skin - it's packed with fibre!

2. Potatoes can grow in harsh climates and poor soil, helping feed communities in areas where other crops struggle to grow.

3. The little bumps on a potato are called 'eyes'. If you plant a potato with eyes, it can sprout into a whole new plant!

4. Potatoes originate in South America, where they started growing over 8000 years ago!

5. NASA has grown potatoes in space to learn how to feed astronauts on long missions.

FIVE FASCINATING FACTS!

An affordable and popular root vegetable full of carbohydrates, which help your body stay healthy and alert.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

Blueberries contain plant compounds called anthocyanins - which give them their deep blue color and help protect your cells.

Blueberries have been eaten by humans for over 13,000 years, but have only been produced commercially for 100 years!

Studies show that eating blueberries may help with memory and focus. - something more fun about brain/blueberries

The largest producer of blueberries today is China, followed by North America.

FASCINATING FACTS! 

 Something about blackberries - maybe nutritional comparison with blueberries?

1. To get the best out of potatoes, boil or steam rather than fry them, and make sure to eat the skin - it's packed with fibre!

2. Potatoes can grow in harsh climates and poor soil, helping feed communities in areas where other crops struggle to grow.

3. The little bumps on a potato are called 'eyes'. If you plant a potato with eyes, it can sprout into a whole new plant!

4. Potatoes originate in South America, where they started growing over 8000 years ago!

5. NASA has grown potatoes in space, to learn how to feed astronauts on long missions.

FIVE FASCINATING FACTS!

An affordable and popular root vegetable full of carbohydrates, which help your body stay healthy and alert.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

1. To get the best out of potatoes, boil or steam rather than fry them, and make sure to eat the skin - it's packed with fibre!

2. Potatoes can grow in harsh climates and poor soil, helping feed communities in areas where other crops struggle to grow.

3. The little bumps on a potato are called 'eyes'. If you plant a potato with eyes, it can sprout into a whole new plant!

4. Potatoes originate in South America, where they started growing over 8000 years ago!

5. NASA has grown potatoes in space to learn how to feed astronauts on long missions.

FIVE FASCINATING FACTS!

An affordable and popular root vegetable full of carbohydrates, which help your body stay healthy and alert.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

1. To get the best out of potatoes, boil or steam rather than fry them, and make sure to eat the skin - it's packed with fibre!

2. Potatoes can grow in harsh climates and poor soil, helping feed communities in areas where other crops struggle to grow.

3. The little bumps on a potato are called 'eyes'. If you plant a potato with eyes, it can sprout into a whole new plant!

4. Potatoes originate in South America, where they started growing over 8000 years ago!

5. NASA has grown potatoes in space to learn how to feed astronauts on long missions.

FIVE FASCINATING FACTS!

An affordable and popular root vegetable full of carbohydrates, which help your body stay healthy and alert.

+ An excellent source of vitamin C

+ A good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

+ A good source of vitamin B6 and fibre

+ Fat-, sodium- and cholesterol-free

Potatoes have a relatively low environmental footprint, requiring less land and water, and producing fewer greenhouse gas emissions than other staple crops.

1. To get the best out of potatoes, boil or steam rather than fry them, and make sure to eat the skin - it's packed with fibre!

2. Potatoes can grow in harsh climates and poor soil, helping feed communities in areas where other crops struggle to grow.

3. The little bumps on a potato are called 'eyes'. If you plant a potato with eyes, it can sprout into a whole new plant!

4. Potatoes originate in South America, where they started growing over 8000 years ago!

5. NASA has grown potatoes in space to learn how to feed astronauts on long missions.

FIVE FASCINATING FACTS!